Vitamin C in your pregnancy diet - Benefits of Vitamin C supplementation during pregnancy

Vitamin C in your pregnancy diet - Benefits of Vitamin C foods supplementation during pregnancy and overdose side effects in first second and third trimesters. Is it safe to take vitamin C while pregnant? What does vitamin C do to a fetus? Which vitamin is dangerous during pregnancy? Is Emergen C OK to take while pregnant? Vitamin C supplementation may help reduce the risk of pregnancy complications such as pre‐eclampsia, intrauterine growth restriction and maternal anaemia. There is a need to evaluate the efficacy and safety of vitamin C supplementation in pregnancy. For More Information: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26415762

Chlamydia pictures - Causes Signs Symptoms Treatment images and Photos of chlamydia

Chlamydia pictures - Causes Signs Symptoms Treatment images and Photos of chlamydia infection in men and women. Chlamydia affects people of all ages but is most common in young women. Many who have chlamydia don't develop symptoms, but they can still infect others through illicit contact. Symptoms may include genital pain and discharge from the reproductive organs. Antibiotic therapy for the affected patient and the partners of patients is recommended. Screening for other common sexually transmitted infections should also be performed. What does Chlamydia smell like? How do you know if you have chlamydia for a girl? What are the first signs of chlamydia? How serious is chlamydia? More Info here: https://www.cdc.gov/std/chlamydia/stdfact-chlamydia.htm

sperm test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Results Interpretation

sperm test procedure, sperm analysis Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range. A sperm analysis, also called "seminogram" evaluates certain characteristics of a male's sperm and the sperm contained therein. It is done to help evaluate male fertility, whether for those seeking pregnancy or verifying the success of vasectomy.

Stool test Procedure - Stool examination, analysis and Results Interpretation

Stool test Procedure - Stool examination, analysis and Results Interpretation. A stool test involves the collection and analysis of fecal matter to diagnose the presence or absence of a medical condition. A stool analysis is a series of tests done on a stool sample to help diagnose certain conditions affecting the digestive tract. These conditions can include infection (such as from parasites, viruses, or bacteria), poor nutrient absorption, or cancer. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stool_test Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

What is Phlebotomy? Definition and Procedure of Phlebotomy

What is Phlebotomy? Definition and Procedure of Phlebotomy Phlebotomy is the process of making an incision in a vein with a needle. The procedure itself is known as a venipuncture. A person who performs phlebotomy is called a "phlebotomist", although doctors, nurses, medical laboratory scientists and others do portions of phlebotomy procedures in many countries. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phlebotomy Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Sickle cell anemia Diagnosis - Causes Signs Symptoms Pictures of Sickle cell disease

Sickle cell anemia Diagnosis - Causes Signs Symptoms Pictures of Sickle cell disease. It is A group of disorders that cause red blood cells to become misshapen and break down.With sickle cell disease, an inherited group of disorders, red blood cells contort into a sickle shape. The cells die early, leaving a shortage of healthy red blood cells (sickle cell anaemia) and can block blood flow causing pain (sickle cell crisis). Infections, pain and fatigue are symptoms of sickle cell disease. Treatments include medication, blood transfusions and rarely a bone-marrow transplant. More Information: https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/sickle-cell-disease Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Leukocyte count test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation -WBC count

leukocyte count test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range of TLC WBC count test. How many white blood cells (WBCs) someone has varies, but the normal range is usually between 4,000 and 11,000 per microliter of blood. A blood test that shows a WBC count of less than 4,000 per microliter (some labs say less than 4,500) could mean your body may not be able to fight infection the way it should. What happens if total leukocyte count is high? What is normal leukocyte count? What happens if leukocyte count is low? Is low white blood count serious? More Information: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003643.htm Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Platelet count test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Results Interpretation

platelet count test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range. The platelet count is a test that determines the number of platelets in a person's sample of blood. Platelets, also called thrombocytes, are tiny fragments of cells that are essential for normal blood clotting. What is a normal platelet level? What does platelet count mean in a blood test? What level of platelets is dangerous? What is considered a low platelet count? More Information: https://labtestsonline.org/tests/platelet-count Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Thick Blood Smear for Malaria diagnosis - Principle, Procedure and Results Interpretation

Thick Blood Smear for Malaria diagnosis - Principle, Procedure and Results Interpretation. A blood film—or peripheral blood smear—is a thin layer of blood smeared on a glass microscope slide and then stained in such a way as to allow the various blood cells to be examined microscopically. Blood films are examined in the investigation of hematological (blood) disorders and are routinely employed to look for blood parasites, such as those of malaria and filariasis. How can I make my smear thicker? What is thick and thin smear? How do you identify malaria parasites on blood smears? How do you prepare for a peripheral smear? More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blood_film Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

KOH mount preparation - Principle, Procedure and Results Interpretation of KOH test

KOH mount preaparation test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range. The KOH Test for Candida albicans, also known as a potassium hydroxide preparation or KOH prep, is a quick, inexpensive fungal test to differentiate dermatophytes and Candida albicans symptoms from other skin disorders like psoriasis and eczema. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KOH_test Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Gram Staining - Principle, Procedure and Results Interpretation of Gram stain

gram staining test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range. Gram staining is a common technique used to differentiate two large groups of bacteria based on their different cell wall constituents. The Gram stain procedure distinguishes between Gram positive and Gram negative groups by coloring these cells red or violet. What does Gram stain positive mean? What are the 4 steps of Gram staining? What is the advantage of Gram stain over simple stain? What is the purpose of Gram staining? More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gram_stain Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Thin Blood Smear for Malaria diagnosis - Principle, Procedure and Results Interpretation

Thin Blood Smear for Malaria diagnosis - Principle, Procedure and Results Interpretation. A blood film—or peripheral blood smear—is a thin layer of blood smeared on a glass microscope slide and then stained in such a way as to allow the various blood cells to be examined microscopically. Blood films are examined in the investigation of hematological (blood) disorders and are routinely employed to look for blood parasites, such as those of malaria and filariasis. How do you make a thin smear? Why do we make thin smear? Why do we make thin smear and not thick smear? How do you identify malaria parasites on blood smears? More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blood_film Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Fecal occult blood test Procedure - Preparation and Interpretation for occult blood in stool

fecal occult blood test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range - test for occult blood in stool The fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a lab test used to check stool samples for hidden (occult) blood. Occult blood in the stool may indicate colon cancer or polyps in the colon — though not all cancers or polyps bleed. What does a positive occult blood test indicate? How do you do an occult blood test? How accurate are occult blood tests? How long does an occult blood test take? More Information: https://www.webmd.com/colorectal-cancer/guide/fecal-occult-blood-test#1 Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Widal test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation for Enteric Fever

widal test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range for enetric or typhoid fever. Image result for widal testmicrobiologyinfo.com The Widal test is one method that may be used to help make a presumptive diagnosis of enteric fever, also known as typhoid fever. What is O and H in widal test? What is the normal range for widal test? What is the meaning of widal test positive? What is the principle of widal test? More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Widal_test Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Urine pregnancy test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses and Interpretation - Urine HCG

urine pregnancy test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range urine hcg test. A human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) urine test is a pregnancy test. A pregnant woman's placenta produces hCG, also called the pregnancy hormone. If you're pregnant, the test can usually detect this hormone in your urine about 10 days after your first missed period. ... It's often is referred to as a home pregnancy test. How early can a home pregnancy test detect pregnancy? How can we confirm pregnancy? How do you read a pregnancy test? More Information: https://www.healthline.com/health/hcg-in-urine Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Troponin T test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation - Trop T

troponin t test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range -Trop T test. A troponin test measures the levels of troponin T or troponin I proteins in the blood. These proteins are released when the heart muscle has been damaged, such as occurs with a heart attack. The more damage there is to the heart, the greater the amount of troponin T and I there will be in the blood. What is a normal troponin T level? What level of troponin indicates a heart attack? What is a normal troponin test result? What is the normal range for troponin? More Information: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007452.htm Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Rothera's test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation - Ketone Bodies

rothera's test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range - test for ketone bodies. Principle of Rothera’s Test Acetoacetic acid and acetone react with alkaline solution of sodium nitroprusside to form a purple colored complex. This method can detect above 1-5 mg/dl of acetoacetic acid and 10-20 mg/dl of acetone. Beta-hydroxybutyrate is not detected. What is Rothera's test? Why do ketone levels rise in plasma and urine? Is Ketonuria a sign of dehydration? Can you have ketones without having diabetes? More Information: http://laboratorytests.org/rotheras-test/ Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Westergren test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation - ESR test

westergren Test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation of westergren method with normal reference range - ESR test. A method for estimating the sedimentation rate of red blood cells in whole blood by mixing venous blood with an aqueous solution of sodium citrate and allowing the mixture to stand in an upright standard pipet and, after one hour, reading the millimeters the cells have descended. What is ESR Westergren method? What does high ESR mean? What is Westergren tube? What is a normal sed rate? More Information: http://www.medicine.mcgill.ca/physio/vlab/bloodlab/esr.htm Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

ELISA test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation - HIV AIDS test

ELISA Test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range -HIV AIDS test. The Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) is a technique used to detect antibodies or infectious agents in a sample. Antibodies are made in response to infection and so an antibody ELISA can indicate whether or not an animal has been in contact with a certain virus. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ELISA Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Wintrobe's method Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation - ESR test

wintrobe's method procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range-ESR test. Wintrobe method: The Wintrobe method is performed similarly except that the Wintrobe tube is smaller in diameter than the Westergren tube and only 100 mm long. EDTA anticoagulated blood without extra diluent is drawn into the tube, and the rate of fall of red blood cells is measured in millimeters after 1 hour. More Information: http://www.medicine.mcgill.ca/physio/vlab/bloodlab/esr.htm Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Hay's test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation - Bile salts test

hay's test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range bile salts test. Hay's test, also known as Hay's sulphur flower test, is a chemical test used for detecting the presence of bile salts in urine. Sulphur powder is sprinkled into a test tube with three millilitres of urine and if the test is positive, the sulphur powder sinks to the bottom of the test tube. Sulphur powder sinks because bile salts reduce the surface tension of urine. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hay's_test Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

Rapid Plasma Reagin Test Procedure - Test Principle, Uses and Interpretation - RPR test

Rapid Plasma Reagin Test procedure for syphilis diagnosis, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range RPR test.

cytochrome oxidase test Prodecure - Test Principle, Uses, Preparation and Interpretation

cyrochrome oxidase Test procedure, Principle, Uses, reagents Preparation and results Interpretation with normal reference range. Purpose of Oxidase test Oxidase test is most helpful in screening colonies suspected of being one of the Enterobacteriaceae (all negative) and in identifying colonies suspected of belonging to other genera such as Aeromonas, Pseudomonas, Neisseria, Campylobacter, and Pasteurella (positive). Test requirements for Oxidase test: Moist filter paper with the substrate (1% tetramethyl-p-phenylenediamine dihydrochloride), or commercially prepared paper disk, wooden wire or platinum wire. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oxidase_test Credits: Labs for life, a partnership project of MoHFW and CDC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGCm7p6yg20dH3pJ8yzPNTQ

GERD - Causes signs and symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease - acid reflux causes

GERD - Causes signs and symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease - acid reflux causes. This is a chronic disease that occurs when stomach acid or bile flows into the food pipe and irritates the lining. Acid reflux and heartburn more than twice a week may indicate GERD. Symptoms include burning pain in the chest that usually occurs after eating and worsens when lying down. Relief from lifestyle changes and over-the-counter medication is usually temporary. Stronger medication may be required.. More Information: https://medlineplus.gov/gerd.html Credits: World Medical School https://www.youtube.com/WorldMedicalSchool

What is Gestational Diabetes - Signs and symptoms, Treatment of diabetes in pregnancy women

What is Gestational Diabetes - Signs and symptoms, Treatment of diabetes in pregnancy women. Those who develop gestational diabetes are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. In most cases, there are no symptoms. A blood sugar test during pregnancy is used for diagnosis. Treatment strategies include daily blood sugar monitoring, a healthy diet, exercise and monitoring the baby. If blood sugar is too high, medication is required. More Information: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gestational-diabetes/ Credits: World Medical School https://www.youtube.com/WorldMedicalSchool

What causes anxiety disorders? Signs and symptoms of panic anxiety disorder

What causes anxiety disorders? Signs and symptoms of panic anxiety disorder. Intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. Fast heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating and feeling tired may occur. Common causes of this symptom Anxiety can be normal in stressful situations such as public speaking or taking a test. Anxiety is only an indicator of underlying disease when feelings become excessive, all-consuming and interfere with daily living. More Information: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/anxiety-disorders/index.shtml Credits: World Medical School https://www.youtube.com/WorldMedicalSchool

Endocarditis Symptoms - Causes Signs and Pictures of Bacterial or Infective Endocarditis

Endocarditis Symptoms - Causes Signs and photos images Pictures of Bacterial or Infective Endocarditis. Endocarditis usually occurs when germs from elsewhere in the body travel through the blood and attach to damaged areas of the heart. People with damaged or artificial heart valves or other heart conditions are most at risk. Symptoms vary based on the severity of the infection, but may include fevers, chills and fatigue. The main treatment is antibiotics. Sometimes surgery is required. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endocarditis Credits: World Medical School https://www.youtube.com/WorldMedicalSchool

Diverticulitis Symptoms - Causes Signs Pictures and Treatment of diverticular disease

Diverticulitis Symptoms - Causes Signs images photos Pictures and Treatment of diverticular disease. Diverticulitis is more common after the age of 40. Symptoms include abdominal pain, fever, nausea and a change in bowel habits. Treatment can include rest, a liquid or low-fibre diet and antibiotics. Severe cases may need hospital care and surgery. Doctors may recommend a high-fibre diet after recovery to prevent future episodes. What foods trigger diverticulitis? What is the pain of diverticulitis like? Can diverticulitis heal itself? Can diverticulitis pain radiate to back? More Information: https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/understanding-diverticulitis-basics Credits: World Medical School https://www.youtube.com/WorldMedicalSchool #diverticulitis #diverticulardisease

Ectopic pregnancy Signs & Symptoms - Causes Pictures and Treatment of Tubal Pregnancy

Ectopic pregnancy Signs & Symptoms - Causes images photos Pictures and Treatment of Tubal Pregnancy. Ectopic pregnancy is a complication of pregnancy in which the embryo attaches outside the uterus. Signs and symptoms classically include abdominal pain and vaginal bleeding. Fewer than 50 percent of affected women have both of these symptoms. Symptoms include pelvic pain and vaginal bleeding. To prevent complications, treatment is required. In the early stages, medication may be sufficient. Later stages require surgery. More Information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ectopic_pregnancy Credits: World Medical School https://www.youtube.com/WorldMedicalSchool #ectopicpregnancy #tubalpregnancy

What Causes Depression? Depressive disorder Definition Signs Symptoms and Treatment

What Causes Depression? Depressive disorder Definition Signs Symptoms and Treatment of major depressive disorder. Possible causes of depression include a combination of biological, psychological and social sources of distress. Increasingly, research suggests that these factors may cause changes in brain function, including altered activity of certain neural circuits in the brain. The persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterises major depression can lead to a range of behavioural and physical symptoms. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behaviour or self-esteem. Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide. The mainstay of treatment is usually medication, talk therapy or a combination of the two. Increasingly, research suggests that these treatments may normalise brain changes associated with depression. More Information: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/depression/index.shtml Credits: World Medical School https://www.youtube.com/WorldMedicalSchool #derpression